Burrowing nematode fact sheet
he Burrowing nematode is a significant parasite of banana and tropical fruit. It is commonly found in tropical regions of Africa, the Americas and the Asia Pacific region, including Australia. Although this species is present in Australia, exotic pathotypes represent a biosecurity risk. This includes Fijian pathotypes, which can parasitise a more expansive range of host plants, including ginger, potato, tea, and maize (this is not the case for Burrowing nematode populations currently found in Australia). Introduction of an exotic pathotype of Burrowing nematode could result in a broadened host range and distribution, and higher yield impacts in comparison to what is currently observed from Australian populations.
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